Valenza Gem Forum 2024: Innovation and Excellence at the Heart of Piedmontese High Jewelry
The Valenza Gem Forum 2024, taking place on October 10 in Valenza, explores innovation and sustainability in the jewelry sector, bringing together leaders and experts to discuss global and local strategies
The Valenza Gem Forum, dedicated to Piedmontese high jewelry, returns on October 10 at the Teatro Sociale in Valenza, offering a comprehensive reflection on the dynamics of the sector. The program includes discussions on sourcing, innovation in processing, traceability, certifications, distribution, and sustainability, with a keen eye on the global geopolitical context.
Promoted by the Fondazione Mani Intelligenti and Vicenzaoro from Italian Exhibition Group, in collaboration with Assogemme and CIBJO - the World Jewelry Confederation, the forum is titled “Excellence and Innovation in the Global Geopolitical Context.” This second edition will gather leaders from the Valenza district, industry associations, and local institutions to share innovations and best practices, creating synergies along the entire jewelry value chain.
The summit will begin with a macroeconomic analysis of the global context and address strategic issues related to precious stones and diamonds, which are key elements of Valenza's excellence. The discussion aims to stimulate a dialogue on value creation and strategies to reach the final consumer, emphasizing the importance of clear value transfer throughout all stages of the production process, from raw material selection to distribution.
The afternoon session will feature international leaders in the sector such as De Beers, Vhernier, Gübelin, and Progold, alongside representatives from key institutions and industry associations.
The Valenza Gem Forum enjoys the patronage of local and regional entities, including the Municipality of Valenza, the Province of Alessandria, the Region of Piedmont, and various sector representative organizations.
Program Details:
The afternoon will kick off at 4:30 PM with journalist Giulia Crivelli, Fashion Editor of Il Sole 24 Ore, moderating the discussions. After a welcome from Alessia Crivelli, president of Fondazione Mani Intelligenti, at 5:00 PM, Gaetano Cavalieri, president of CIBJO, will provide an analysis of the current geopolitical situation.
This will be followed by a presentation on technological innovation and sustainability by Damiano Zito, CEO of Progold. A focus on certifications will be led by Raul Sapora, ambassador of Gübelin Gem Lab. The day will culminate in a roundtable discussion titled “Stones and Major Brands” featuring Isabella Traglio and Alessio Boschi, followed by a case history from the De Beers group presented by Feriel Zerouki, President of the World Diamond Council.
The event is by invitation only and will provide simultaneous translation for English-language presentations.
FONDAZIONE MANI INTELLIGENTI
Mani Intelligenti – Foundation for the Innovation and Culture of Italian Jewelry – was established in 2018 following a project led by the Municipality of Valenza involving the most important and representative production realities in the Valenza area. The primary objective of the Foundation is to bridge the generational gap within the Valenza workforce through local employer branding initiatives to make the role of the goldsmith more attractive and innovative training actions.
Press Office: info@maniintelligenti.it
FOCUS ON ITALIAN EXHIBITION GROUP
Italian Exhibition Group S.p.A., a company listed on Euronext Milan, has established domestic leadership in organizing trade and congress events, with venues in Rimini and Vicenza. Over the years, it has developed international activities through joint ventures with global and local organizers in regions including the United States, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, China, Mexico, Germany, Singapore, and Brazil, positioning itself among the leading operators in the European sector.
Press Contact:
Italian Exhibition Group: Michela Moneta
michela.moneta@iegexpo.it, Trade Press Office Coordinator.
Promoted by the Fondazione Mani Intelligenti and Vicenzaoro from Italian Exhibition Group, in collaboration with Assogemme and CIBJO - the World Jewelry Confederation, the forum is titled “Excellence and Innovation in the Global Geopolitical Context.” This second edition will gather leaders from the Valenza district, industry associations, and local institutions to share innovations and best practices, creating synergies along the entire jewelry value chain.
The summit will begin with a macroeconomic analysis of the global context and address strategic issues related to precious stones and diamonds, which are key elements of Valenza's excellence. The discussion aims to stimulate a dialogue on value creation and strategies to reach the final consumer, emphasizing the importance of clear value transfer throughout all stages of the production process, from raw material selection to distribution.
The afternoon session will feature international leaders in the sector such as De Beers, Vhernier, Gübelin, and Progold, alongside representatives from key institutions and industry associations.
The Valenza Gem Forum enjoys the patronage of local and regional entities, including the Municipality of Valenza, the Province of Alessandria, the Region of Piedmont, and various sector representative organizations.
Program Details:
The afternoon will kick off at 4:30 PM with journalist Giulia Crivelli, Fashion Editor of Il Sole 24 Ore, moderating the discussions. After a welcome from Alessia Crivelli, president of Fondazione Mani Intelligenti, at 5:00 PM, Gaetano Cavalieri, president of CIBJO, will provide an analysis of the current geopolitical situation.
This will be followed by a presentation on technological innovation and sustainability by Damiano Zito, CEO of Progold. A focus on certifications will be led by Raul Sapora, ambassador of Gübelin Gem Lab. The day will culminate in a roundtable discussion titled “Stones and Major Brands” featuring Isabella Traglio and Alessio Boschi, followed by a case history from the De Beers group presented by Feriel Zerouki, President of the World Diamond Council.
The event is by invitation only and will provide simultaneous translation for English-language presentations.
FONDAZIONE MANI INTELLIGENTI
Mani Intelligenti – Foundation for the Innovation and Culture of Italian Jewelry – was established in 2018 following a project led by the Municipality of Valenza involving the most important and representative production realities in the Valenza area. The primary objective of the Foundation is to bridge the generational gap within the Valenza workforce through local employer branding initiatives to make the role of the goldsmith more attractive and innovative training actions.
Press Office: info@maniintelligenti.it
FOCUS ON ITALIAN EXHIBITION GROUP
Italian Exhibition Group S.p.A., a company listed on Euronext Milan, has established domestic leadership in organizing trade and congress events, with venues in Rimini and Vicenza. Over the years, it has developed international activities through joint ventures with global and local organizers in regions including the United States, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, China, Mexico, Germany, Singapore, and Brazil, positioning itself among the leading operators in the European sector.
Press Contact:
Italian Exhibition Group: Michela Moneta
michela.moneta@iegexpo.it, Trade Press Office Coordinator.
